Back in 1988, while going through a difficult time, I began listening to Christian radio, hoping to find something to help ease my mind. I came across Dr. James Dobson's show, and found a man who was well-spoken and kind (but strong), and unwavering in his Christian beliefs. Listening to his show led me to other Christian radio shows that were very helpful, such as Dr. D. James Kennedy's Truths That Transform, and through that I began hearing that Jesus Christ had died for my sins. I realized that that was how bad my sins were (to require the death of the Son of God to pay for them), but also that that was how much Jesus loved me, to die in my place. It completely changed my life. I became a Christian in the fall of 1988, and my life has never been the same. I gained much, in many ways, from listening to Dr. Dobson's show, and from other aspects of his ministry over the years. I still look back at the impact he had on me, and remember that my "coming to the Lord" began with him. I would love to know what he sees now, being in Heaven with Jesus. May God bless Dr. James Dobson's legacy and the ongoing ministry of the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute.
PreviousI was married in 1983, and we welcomed our first of four daughters in 1984. The Focus on the Family radio broadcast with Dr. Dobson was a staple in our house every day, with even Odyssey playing each Saturday during chore time. I still tell my four daughters they were raised on Dr. Dobson's "Strong-Willed Child" book! We learned so many things over the years, from broadcasts and books, to stand strong as a family in regard to our faith, our nation, and for Jesus Christ. Now with 12 grandchildren, I have given my daughters (and many others) the updated Strong-Willed Child, Parenting Isn't for Cowards, and many of Dr. Dobson's other books to guide them through their parenting and marriage journey. I often shared Dr. Dobson's emails, articles, podcasts, etc. with family and friends because they are very powerful with solid biblical truths for each of us on this journey of life. My husband was a pastor for 41 years until he went home to be with the Lord in 2023. We used many of Dr. Dobson's resources over the years in ministry - too many to recall. Still, for me as a widow, I have found strength and encouragement in the Lord with Dr. Dobson's Family Talk radio. He and his family followed God's calling to serve the Lord, which resulted in many coming to know Christ as Savior and also to bring encouragement for living the truth of the Word of God on this earth, until we pass away or He returns. We thank you! Dr. Dobson will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family as they grieve the loss of husband, dad, grandpa - yet, knowing the blessed hope of God's promises, they will see him again in heaven with our Savior.
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